The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend existing statutes related to the sexual exploitation of children by updating definitions and classifications. Specifically, it would modify the definition of "visual depiction" to include images created or altered through computer software, artificial intelligence, or other digital editing tools. Additionally, the definition of "minor" would be expanded to encompass visual depictions that are indistinguishable from actual minors. The bill would also introduce a new definition for "indistinguishable," clarifying that it refers to visual depictions that a reasonable person would perceive as being of an actual minor.

Furthermore, the bill would revise the classification of "dangerous crimes against children" to include sexual exploitation and commercial sexual exploitation of minors when the offense involves indistinguishable visual depictions of minors under 15 years old. This change aims to enhance legal protections against the exploitation of children in the digital age, ensuring that the law keeps pace with advancements in technology that can create realistic representations of minors. Overall, the bill seeks to strengthen the legal framework surrounding child exploitation by addressing modern methods of image creation and manipulation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-3551
House Engrossed Version: 13-3551
Senate Engrossed Version: 13-705, 13-3551, 31-233, 41-1604.07, 13-1411, 13-701, 13-704, 13-707, 13-3623, 13-3206, 13-3212, 13-1428
Chaptered Version: 13-705, 13-3551, 31-233, 41-1604.07, 13-1411, 13-701, 13-704, 13-707, 13-3623, 13-3206, 13-3212, 13-1428